Record ID: PUBLIC-CB6BB3
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: MODERN
County: Hertfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Modern Cumberland Jack brass token dating from 1837/1862. (Obv date on this token is: 1849) http://www.aboutfarthings.co.uk/Hanover%20Tokens.html: "The tokens & counters that bear the words "To Hanover" (commonly known as Cumberland Jacks) are usually found with Victoria's portrait on the obverse and a figure riding a horse on the reverse (in the style of St George slaying the dragon). They were probably produced as satirical counters. The history behind these pieces is that when Victoria was crowned as Queen, she was unable to fulfil the role of King of Hanover under Salic L…
Created on: Thursday 8th February 2018
Last updated: Friday 6th April 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Royston', grid reference and parish protected.